May weather forecast
Nicholson, MS

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Nicholson, Mississippi, with an average temperature fluctuating between 66.6°F (19.2°C) and 85.3°F (29.6°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from April's warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) to a still moderately hot 85.3°F (29.6°C). Nicholson's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 66.6°F (19.2°C).

Heat index

The heat index for May is estimated at a sweltering 95°F (35°C). Exercise more precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In Nicholson, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Nicholson, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Nicholson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.7 days and collects up to 38.62" (981mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Nicholson, snow does not fall in February through August, October through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.2h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 85.3°F (29.6°C) and a low-temperature of 66.6°F (19.2°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Nicholson, in May, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Nicholson, snow does not fall in February through August, October through December.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Nicholson, the average day length in May is 13h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:14 am and sunset at 7:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Nicholson have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Nicholson, MS

Average temperature in May - Nicholson, MS
  • Average high temperature in May: 85.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 66.6°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43°F).

Average pressure in May
Nicholson, MS

Average pressure in May - Nicholson, MS
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Nicholson, MS

Average wind speed in May - Nicholson, MS
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Nicholson, MS

Average humidity in May - Nicholson, MS
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Nicholson, MS

Average rainfall in May - Nicholson, MS
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (5.47").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.81").

Average rainfall days in May
Nicholson, MS

Average rainfall days in May - Nicholson, MS
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Nicholson, MS

Average snowfall in May - Nicholson, MS
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Nicholson, MS

Average snowfall days in May - Nicholson, MS
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nicholson, MS

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nicholson, MS
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nicholson, MS

Average sunshine days in May - Nicholson, MS
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Nicholson, MS

Average UV index in May - Nicholson, MS
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Nicholson, MS

Average cloud cover in May - Nicholson, MS
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in May
Nicholson, MS

Average visibility in May - Nicholson, MS
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and December (5mi).

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